Between June 11 and July 19, countries from the four corners of the globe will come together to experience the excitement of the 2026 World Cup and cheer on their favorite teams. In Porto and the surrounding area, the adrenaline and passion for soccer haven’t been forgotten, with more and more venues popping up where you can watch the tournament’s matches and cheer for Portugal.
With giant screens, snack areas, and even side events, these are just a few of the free-admission venues where you can cheer on the “Equipa das Quinas” from the opening whistle to the final minute. Although not an exhaustive list, this themed guide promises to be a valuable resource for soccer fans when choosing where to watch away games.
The Porto City Council and the Portuguese Football Federation have set up an officialFan Zone in Praça de D. João I to broadcast the 2026 World Cup matches. The venue features a giant screen to show the group stage and knockout rounds of the tournament.
The city is enhancing the broadcast of the national team’s matches with an additional screen on Avenida dos Aliados, the same location that will host the São João celebrations. The organizers will confirm the schedule for the knockout rounds as the group stage results unfold.
The Bom Sucesso Market will broadcast 30 live matches from the 2026 World Cup on a giant screen and in a lounge area. The venue will show all matches that fit within its operating hours, including the national team’s games against Congo and Uzbekistan.
During the tournament, the venue will organize side events for fans. At Portugal’s opening match, an artist will draw live caricatures and hand out soccer-themed giveaways. For the match against Uzbekistan, which coincides with the eve of São João, the organizers will distribute hammers and basil plants.
Additionally, collectors will have access to a dedicated space for trading trading cards on Saturdays. Visitors can purchase food and drinks directly from the 50 food stands available inside the market while the games are being shown.
Time Out Market Porto
Time Out Market Porto is another venue in the city of Porto that will broadcast the 2026 World Cup matches, with support from Glovo, Super Bock, and Coca-Cola.
In total, broadcasts at this venue will be shownon three screens: one in the outdoor plaza and two in the food hall. Plus , you can pair snacks and drinks from the market’s restaurants with the excitement of soccer.
World Cup Fan Zone in Gaia
Vila Nova de Gaia is hosting an outdoor venue for the live broadcast of more than 60 matches from the 2026 World Cup, including all of the national team’s games. The venue features a giant screen, food areas, music, and side events throughout the tournament.
The municipality of Gaia, the Medialivre Group, and Betano are organizing the event with official FIFA certification. Security personnel will restrict access once the venue reaches maximum capacity to ensure fans can enjoy the broadcasts in peace.
